7 reasons why your teeth may be yellow
Thursday, January 2, 2020 IST
You must have seen many advertisements where the toothpaste companies promise to whiten your teeth in no time. But don’t we all agree that think prevention is better than cure? It’s time you gave it a little more thought and figured out what’s causing the yellowing of your teeth in the first place. Here are seven different causes behind yellowing of teeth:
1. Poor oral hygiene
This one is pretty obvious. Plaque and calculus (hard tartar) are the main reason behind yellowish-brown deposits on the surface of your teeth. These deposits are seen in people who don’t brush regularly, properly or have really bad oral hygiene. They are also prone to develop gum diseases and cavities.
2. Food and drinks
Turmeric is an ingredient which is used in every other Indian dish and even has a host of health benefits associated with it. But, on the downside, turmeric can cause yellowing of teeth. Berries and soy sauce also lead to staining of teeth. Drinks like sodas, coffee, tea and even wine slowly erode the outer layer of teeth called enamel and seep into the inner tubules, thus causing the teeth to stain.
3. Smoking
While smoking, the tar and nicotine form a dark brown coloured layer of tartar over the surface of the teeth which is very difficult to remove. This tar also causes wearing of the enamel (outer layer of teeth), thus making them weaker and vulnerable to damage and infections.
4. Fluorosis
Fluorosis is a condition that changes the appearance of the enamel in children as a result of being exposed to too much fluoride. It occurs in children whose permanent teeth are still being formed. It causes yellow pigmentation on the surface of permanent teeth. This pigmentation cannot be treated with bleaching.
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